1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 550 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 355 Spider | V8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |